The great escape
We may already have planned our exile during the London Olympics, but what (if any) benefits can the games bring to host countries?
Economical with the truth
Barely a decade into the great single currency experiment, has the euro’s finest hour been and gone?
Asia’s focal point
Planning an event in Asia this year? You’ll have to go a long way to find better congress space than the Putrajaya International Convention Centre, winner of Best Congress & Convention Centre, Asia, 2012
Breaking with convention
Word Heritage sites, endangered rhinos and exquisite beaches; this stunning and unexpected business destination has it all. KwaZulu-Natal is our Best Destination for MICE in Africa, 2012
Strangers in the night
Whether it’s the nocturnal proclivities of the couple next door or the mysterious shrieks of your neighbour – there’s a wealth of bumps in the night to haunt the humble business traveller, says Stuart White
The pearl of Nordmarka
High above the city of Oslo, the Voksenåsen Culture and Conference Hotel not only offers guests the perfect setting for commercial rendezvous, but an excellent introduction to Nordic culture, and is our Best Business Hotel, Norway, 2012
Trading up
If your business plans present an excursion to Malaysia, a trip to the Putra World Trade Centre – winner of Best Meetings & Conference Centre, Asia, 2012 – could be all you need to make your event a success
The meetings magnet
Internationally recognised as one of the world’s leading places to hold meetings and conferences, Brazil offers the business traveller a wealth of exciting cities for high-profile events
Towering ambition in Dubai
For unparalleled business facilities – and executive accommodation to match – Bonnington Jumeirah Lakes Towers and Almas Conference Centre provide a stunning package for corporate travellers in the Middle East
IP maps world of conferencing
Internet protocols put stamp on conferencing agenda
Conferencing boosts Middle Eastern economy
More and more companies are finding conferencing opportunities in the Middle East, as the appeal of the regions riches attract a healthy head count
Corporate expenses tightened
In the absence of any realistic possibility of increasing sales, at least in the short term, most companies have been forced to start looking at their expense accounts in an effort to preserve profitability